Religious Trauma

*Includes high-demand or high-pressure groups/teams/programs/organizations, cults, narcissistic abuse, etc.

“My life was narrated for me by others. Their voices were forceful, emphatic, absolute. It had never occurred to me that my voice might be as strong as theirs.” - Tara Westover, Educated

The trauma of leaving a high-control group, community, or individual is unique. Often, we find ourselves falling to a million pieces, and having to somehow put them back together. I have helped many people explore these different pieces, reflect, sort, and rebuild. 

Religious abuse, cults, high-control groups, high-demand environments, and narcissistic individuals cause a unique pain that only those who truly understand can relate to. I get it because I have had to put my own million pieces back together, and have found a niche helping others through this process, and helping them learn to embrace life on their own terms. I also work with many families and family members impacted by the ripple effects of a loved one’s group membership. 

I do not list the specific groups I have worked with, as we all define “high control group” differently. However, I am happy to discuss your individual circumstances with you. 

Please note: I am not anti-religion. I fully support and encourage people to find community and spirituality in whatever way works for them. I work with individuals for whom their community is not working for them. I am also not a cult interventionist. I will only work with individuals who are seeing me with their full knowledge and consent. Please do not use appointments with me to sneak a loved one into a staged intervention.

If you would like to learn more about my work and how I can help you or a loved one, please contact me.